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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Do you use the toilet correctly?

Here in the US we are by far the leaders of the free world
when it comes to gut issues.

About one out of every four of us is blocked up, gassy and
bloated on a fairly regular basis.

And although there are many reasons for that, a new
potential cause of “toilet turmoil” has been proposed by German microbiologist
Giulia Enders.

We’re using the toilet incorrectly!

Who knew?

Here is what Enders has to say about our typical potty
habits, as well as other causes of bathroom blues and how to promote better
BMs.

Thou shalt not sit

The problem with our bathroom practices is all in the position—according
to Enders, we should be squatting to
have a BM and not sitting like we typically do.

She contends that the musculature around the rectum is
curved when sitting and thus prevents the proper passage of stool. But when you’re squatting, that opens up and
straightens out the rectal muscles and allows for more “complete evacuation.”

Now I know you may be wondering how on earth you could
balance yourself on your toilet seat in order to achieve the proper squatting position. That could make for some interesting cases in
emergency rooms across the country.

Never fear—according to Enders, all you need to do is place
a small stool (no pun intended) in front of the toilet, sit down like you
always do, and put your feet on the stool.

Voila.

I personally have not tested Enders’ theory, but if you have
trouble with constipation or other forms of irregular bowel movements, why not grab
a little stool (or stack of books) and try it out!

Physiologically, the idea does have merit.

Other ways to create easier
BMs

For people who regularly experience trouble with bowel
movements, common suggestions are getting more fiber, drinking more water and
exercising.

While these can be VERY helpful, for many people they may
not be enough.

That’s because by just getting fiber, drinking water and
exercising, two of the biggest underlying factors behind anything-but-normal
BMs are still not being addressed—namely poor digestion and unhealthy
intestinal flora.

When the digestive process isn't carried out like it should
be, the “end result” won’t be what it should be either…plus without efficient
digestion you may be prone to poor nutrient absorption and the resulting health
challenges of nutrient deficiencies to boot.

And since your friendly intestinal flora helps to break down
starches and fibers, it plays a big role in how successful your BMs are too!

The one-two solution
for problem BMs

The perfect one-two solution to tackle the biggest
underlying causes of problem BMs is to:

Structure your meals so they are less taxing and easier
for your system to break down and

Help to repopulate your intestinal tract with helpful
bacteria

The Great Taste No Painand Great Taste No Gluten
health systems will guide you on how to pair foods together in your meals to
help encourage better, more efficient digestion. You’ll be pleasantly surprised how a few easy
tweaks to your meals can make such a huge difference.

And the recipe sections in both systems are loaded with
delicious dishes, many of which feature high-fiber, good-for-you foods which
will also help ease your toilet troubles.

And as far as helping to beef up your supply of friendly
intestinal bacteria, Super Shield
multi-strain probiotic is a superstar!

Super Shield contains 13 potent, feisty strains of
beneficial bacteria, including Bifidobacteria
lactis which has been shown in studies to help ease constipation.

Not only will a healthy flora balance help keep your BMs
running more smoothly, but it can also help support your immune system and ease
gas and bloating too!